2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2008 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2008 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thesis | Musa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
